# Hyper-Slim Mechanical Timepieces The RM UP-01 Ferrari is Just 1.75mm Thick By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-07-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rm-up01-ferrari References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2022/07/06/richard-mille-rm-up-01-ferrari-is-now-the-worlds-thinnest-mechanical-wristwatch/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=richard-mille-rm-up-01-ferrari-is-now-the-worlds-thinnest-mechanical-wristwatch) & [richardmille](https://www.richardmille.com/collections/rm-up-01-manual-winding-ultraflat-ferrari) The RM UP-01 [Ferrari](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/octo-finissimo-ultra) is an ultra-slim timepiece designed to offer an elegant profile in a compact design for discerning wearers to appreciate. The watch measures in at just 1.75mm in thickness to make it a mere 0.05mm slimmer than the [Bvlgari](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bvlgari-octo-finissimo-ultra-tourbillon) Octo Finissimi Ultra timepiece. The watch boasts a mechanical movement developed by RM and [Audemars Piguet Renaud & Papi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remaster02), which measures in at 1.18mm in thickness. The RM UP-01 Ferrari maintains a skeletonized profile that's capable of withstanding the force of 5,000 Gs thanks to a series of strength tests performed on the accessory. Water-resistant to 10-meters, the timepiece features a grade 5 titanium case construction and is accented by the Ferrari logo as a nod to the world of racing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Ultra-slim Timepieces:** Opportunity to innovate in creating thinner and lighter mechanical watches for discerning and style-savvy wearers. - **Mechanical Movement Development:** Opportunity to collaborate with other luxury watchmakers to create new, innovative mechanical movements. - **Skeletonized Profile:** Opportunity to integrate unique and intricate design features into ultra-slim timepieces. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Luxury Watches:** Opportunities for luxury watchmakers to create more elegant, compact, and innovative high-end timepieces for the luxury watch market. - **Mechanical Engineering:** Opportunities for mechanical engineers to create new, complex, and innovative mechanical movements for ultra-slim timepieces. - **Motorsports:** Opportunities for motorsports and watchmaking enthusiasts to collaborate on developing unique and stylish timepieces that are inspired by the world of racing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hyper-Slim Tourbillon Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bvlgari-octo-finissimo-ultra-tourbillon.md) - [Slim Structure Luxe Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/octo-finissimo-ultra.md) - [Hyper-Compact Titanium Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ressence-type-9.md) - [Mechanical Motorsports Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/richard-mille-rm-3001-le-mans-classic.md) - [Ultra Thin Luxe Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/altiplano-ultimate.md) - [Ultra-Thin Watch Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thinking.md) - [Minimalist Gilded Timepiece Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/herms-slim-dherms-quantime-perptuel.md) - [Sophisticated Women's Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/richard-mille1.md) - [Dazzling Sapphire-Crafted Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/richard-mille-rm-0702.md)